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Single Family Townhouse on Central Park West has a Secret in the Basement!

2014-04-18T16:45:04-04:00

Don't let the deumure Queen Ann exterior deceive you! The 10,000+ square foot residence is far from retiring! A soup to nuts gut renovation includes a glass domed roof and artrium filling every floor with happiness and light! Invite the in-laws for an extended stay in any of the six bedrooms each with an en-suite bath. Take the stairs or elevator to the state of the art screening room, roof top deck with direct Central Park views or the cavernous Chef's kitchen leading out to a manicured Zen-like Bamboo Garden. The piece de resistance, however is the lower level indoor lap pool and fully equipped gym! No excuses to ever skip the cardio! Contact the ever gracious Mr.Matthew Lesser of NYC's Leslie Garfield Real Estate for an inside peek! This remarkable single family home at 247 Central Park West is listed for $29,950,000.

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French Ambassador's 18 Room Residence at Tony 740 Park Ave Hits Market for $48 Million

2014-04-15T16:52:40-04:00

Long considered the creme de la creme of Park Avenue edifices, 740 Park has long been home to titans of industry and A-list power players- think Rockefellers, Jackie Kennedy nee Bouvier, Steve Schwarzman, David Koch, Vera Wang. In 1978 France snared an 18 room Duplex as a residence for its Ambassador to the United Nations for the astronomical sum of $600,000! With ever rising national debt, however, the country has put the coverted property on the market (much to the dismay of Monsieur Ambassador, I'm sure!). Particulars include six bedrooms, 7.5 baths, four fireplaces, library, a grand staircase, private elevator landing, soaring ceilings, generous staff wing, a Versailles sized dining room and a 40 foot salon overlooking the lights of Park Avenue. As probably surmised, the staff is top-notch and the epitome of discretion.
For a peek into the International Glamour and Luxury of Apt. 12/13B, contact Brown Harris Stevens' tippy top agent John Burger. $48,000,000. Monthly Maintenance: $24,088. Financing is not permitted. Assets of $100 Million+ is required.

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Fairytale Home Hits Market on Enchanting West 67th Street

2014-04-09T19:27:52-04:00

West 67th Street between Central Park West and Columbus Avenue is a charming and historic enclave characterized by a well tended allee of shade trees and a compilation of notable residential buildings constructed with artists in mind. Many of the apartments here have double height ceilings and windows to access the natural light so prized by painters, sculptors as well as actors and musicians. Apt. 5FW at 27 West 67 Street is one such magical residence. There is a grand living room complete with 17 foot ceilings, magnificent stained glass windows, a baronial fireplace, a Tudor-esque beamed ceiling and original handcrafted chandeliers. This main floor also holds a dining room / library and eat-in kitchen while the upper level has three bedrooms and two baths. A designated maid's room is located on the structure's top floor (perfect for a home office!) while a storage cage is located in the basement. Building amenities incluse a full time attended elevator, planted rooftop garden with Central Park Views. Corcoran's dapper and dashing Robby Brown is happy to arrange a showing. Contact him at robby@corcoran.com or 212.893.1728. $4,950,000 Maintenance: $5,167

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Perfect Pied-a Terre on Mitchell Place

2014-04-06T15:33:13-04:00

Selling that UWS Classic Six to start a new life on distant shores but just can't completely pry yourself from The Big Apple? This enchanting pied a terre at chic 10 MItchell Place might be the perfect antidote to those good-bye blues. . A gracious layout with wood burning fireplace, an efficient service kitchen and windowed bath evokes the feeling of a luxurious hotel suite. Nine foot ceilsing, copious closets and built-in bookcases complete this homey East 50s residence. A mahogany paneled lobby provides an elegant entrance to a full service building of old world charm and grace. Icing on the cake? a rooftop terrace offering unparelled city views- a treasured respite from the madness of midtown! For a first hand look, let Warburg Realty's uber chic Deborah Ribner be your guide! Contact her via dribner@warburgrealty.com or 212.300.1832. $415,000. Monthly Maintenance: $1,012

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Swanky PreWar Nine at 125 East 72nd Street

2014-04-05T16:31:04-04:00

Despite many suitors it's not often a case of love at first sight with me. Apt. 6A at 125 East 72nd Street, however, is a definite exception! A gracious wallpapered gallery welcomes visitors to a most glamourous residence comprised of four bedrooms, four full baths, formal dining room, eat-in kitchen and wood burning fireplace. There are lots of PreWar detail like crown moldings, built-in bookcases and parquet floors. This corner unit is light and airy with southern and eastern exposures. The doorman and elevator man are dashing in handsome gray uniforms and always at the ready to welcome you home! For a private showing contact Brown Harris Stevens' delightful Lelie Coleman at 212.906.9387 or LColeman@BHSUSA.com $8,075,000.

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A Million $ Studio with a Billion $ View!

2013-11-27T12:35:34-05:00

Who cares if it's only 464 square feet when you can throw kisses to this Mahanttan vista from a magical perch high on the 44th floor of 400 Fifth Ave. Talk about being on top of the world! And with a washer/dryer cleverly concealed in the living area you'll never want to leave! The Setai is a 60 story condominium/hotel completed in 2010. Building amenties include a complimentary membership to the Technogym Fitness Center, concierge services, valet parking (no need to double park, James!), 30% discount at the on-site Setai Fifth Avenue Hotel (good-bye AeroBed!) and Turndown Service. Asking price for Apt. 44C: $1,190,000. Contact Douglas Elliman's gracious and elegant Sherri Shang for a private showing of this exclusive property.

Laurence P. Mitchell

Here's what you get for $46,000,000 in Manhattan!

2013-11-23T14:35:25-05:00

Bunny Lambert Mellon, heiress to the Listerine and Gillette Razor fortune and widow of banking heir Paul Mellon has put her City digs on the block. The lovely back, side and front gardens of this trophy property at 125 East 70th Street are surely the work of the owner, a noted horticulturist and gardener. The just under 10,000 square foot Neo French structure was built in1965 and consists of eight bedrooms and eight baths, libraray, dining room, chef's kitchen, wine cellar and elevator. The three exposures fills the home with light completing a charming and welcoming family residence. Contact Sothebys's ever gracious Louise Beit for a private showing of this Upper East Side Masterpiece!

Laurence P. Mitchell

Libraries- A Timeless Luxury

2013-03-12T22:58:20-04:00

Recent inclement weather had me hankering for a cozy spot to settle in with the Sunday NYT Real Estate Section and if I had my way that ideal harbor of respite would be this library at the elegant 1170 Fifth Avenue. All is right with the world when one is surrounded by wonderful books, a tree top view of Central Park and a comfy couch to dive into. It doesn't hurt if there are eight other rooms to roam including four bedrooms. a marble entry hall, formal dining room and a grand salon complete with fireplace! Just add a chocolate lab or two to complete a picture of domestic perfection! Contact Warburg Realty's Uber Smart and Design Savvy Amanda Brainerd to snare a private tour of this enchanting Carnegie Hill residence. $3,995,000.

Photo and Floor Plan Courtesy of Warburg Realty

Laurence P. MItchell

Who Needs Beverly Hills when there's Alpine, New Jersey?! No Detail Spared in $49 Million Mansion!

2013-03-11T22:08:00-04:00

Spectacular Alpine Mansion is New Jersey's answer to Downton Abbey! (And only 15 miles from Midtown!) Particulars: 30,000 square feet which includes a ballroom, conservatory, screening room, regulation size indoor basketball court, wine cave, massage room, elevator, three kitchens, library, grand entrance hall, 12 bedrooms and 15+ baths. Also included on the manicured six acre property: tennis court, motor court, guest house, and 5+ car garage. Need a cup of sugar? Knock on the door of such neighbors as Eddie Murphy, Russell Simmons, Patrick Ewing, Sean Combs, Joe Piscopo, and Chris Rock! For a guided tour contact the ever gracious Dennis McCormack of Prominent Properties Sotheby's International Realty.

Photos Courtesy of Prominent Properties Sotheby's International Realty

Laurence P. Mitchell

Grand Upper West Side Aerie Ready to Showcase The Most Important Art Collection in the World-- Yours!

2013-03-10T21:36:10-04:00

Baronial double-height living room is the perfect venue for unveiling your latest Rothko, Warhol or Joan Mitchell. Entertain like-minded art aficionados while surveying an unparalleled view of The Museum of Natural History and beyond through North facing floor to ceiling windows. A 17th Century Stone Fireplace completes the aristocratic atmosphere. Filling out the 1,900 square foot trophy property are the wood paneled dining room, a grand yet cozy library and a sunny suite of three bedrooms. Details throughout include stained glass windows, Corinthian columns and ornate crown moldings... a true masterpiece! Douglas Elliman's gracious and lovely Monica Luque holds the key and would be happy to lead a grand tour. Contact: 347.302.4988. 44 West 77th Street- $17,500,000.

Photo and Floor Plan Courtesy of Douglas Elliman

Laurence P. Mitchell